The cheapest and fastest trains from Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames
Cheapest price
£149
Average price
£149
Fastest journey
6 h 55 m
Average duration
6 h 55 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
560 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames will cost around £149 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £149.
Of the 1 trains that leave Glasgow for Kingston upon Thames every day 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
These direct trains cover the 560 km distance in an average of 6 h 55 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 55 m .
The slowest trains will take 6 h 55 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
8:156h55Glasgow15:10Kingston upon Thames£1491One-way0 changes
8:156h55Glasgow15:10Kingston upon Thames£1491One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare coach, train and flight for Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the flight with prices starting from £21. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 1h 30m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a flight costs an average of £21, and a train costs an average of £46.
Distance: 560 km
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Most popular Train | Coach | Flight |
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£114 Average Price | £30 Average Price | £21 Average Price Cheapest |
6h 27m Average total duration 5h 57m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 10h 50m Average total duration 10h 20m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 4h 30m Average total duration Fastest 1h 30m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames train times
The table below shows live departures for Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames trains for tomorrow, Tuesday 7 July. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
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![]() | 8:15 Glasgow | 6h55 | 15:10 Kingston upon Thames | 0 changesdirect | |
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames
Trains from Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames run on average 4 times per day, taking around 5h 57m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £46 but you can travel from only £21 by flight.
The earliest train runs at 05:04, the last at 22:04. The fastest train covers the 560 km distance in 6h 40m.
Distance 560 km |
Average train duration 5h 57m |
Cheapest ticket price £46 |
Trains per day 4 |
Fastest train 6h 40m |
First train 5:04 |
Last train 22:04 |
Cheapest Month Oct |
Cheapest Day Thu |
Best time to book 28 days |
Train companies: Lumo from Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames trainsLumo trains will get you between Glasgow and Kingston upon Thames from £21. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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FAQs: Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Kingston upon Thames, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Glasgow and Kingston upon Thames
Most Glasgow to Kingston upon Thames trains use the Glasgow Central to Kingston station pair, with some services arriving at Norbiton. Use this guide to compare Glasgow and Kingston upon Thames train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Glasgow Central from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Central train station facilities and services
Glasgow Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food options include: Burger King, Krispy Kreme, Gordon St Coffee, Starbucks, Upper Crust, The Beer House, Patisserie Valerie, Alston Bar & Beef
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are there is an ATM machine located on the concourse.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Sat: 05:30 - 21:30, Sun: 09:15 - 21:30. Information desks are there is a customer service center in the station located next to the ticket office.
Luggage and lost property
Luggage storage is luggage storage facilities are located near Platform 1 operated by Excess Baggage Co. Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Central: There is step-free access in the whole station via elevators and ramps for train access. There are also escalators.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Hotel Indigo Glasgow, Radisson Blu Hotel, Glasgow, voco Grand Central Glasgow.
Getting to Glasgow Queen Street from Glasgow city centre
Glasgow Queen Street train station facilities and services
Glasgow Queen Street has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Glasgow Queen Street.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Glasgow Queen Street. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from help point,Yes - from ticket office, Helpline Contact: Tel: 0800 046 1634 and 18001 0800 046 1634 (Deaf and customers who are hard of hearing), Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements, Arrival screens.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Parking, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Glasgow Queen Street: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Glasgow Queen Street: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: This is a Category A station. This station has step-free access to all platforms. The Passenger Assist meeting point is at the Information Desk on Concourse, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: Yes, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Which Kingston upon Thames station do trains from Glasgow arrive at?
Getting to Kingston from Kingston upon Thames city centre
Kingston train station facilities and services
Kingston has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office and Bike Parking.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Kingston.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Kingston. ATMs are available at Kingston.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Kingston.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Kingston: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Kingston: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Kingston: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Step-free category A Station - This station has step-free access to all platforms. Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Accessible toilets: Yes, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
Getting to Norbiton from Kingston upon Thames city centre
Norbiton train station facilities and services
Norbiton has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Parking, Dining, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking and Information Desk.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Norbiton.
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Wi-Fi is available at Norbiton.
Tickets and information
Ticket office support is available at Norbiton. Information desks are information available from staff: Yes - from information point, Helpline Contact: 0800 5282100, Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Norbiton: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Norbiton: Bike Parking.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Norbiton: Staff help available: No, Step free access coverage: No, Step free access note: Step-free category B1 Station. Step-free access to all platforms - may include long or steep ramps. Access between platforms may be via the street. - There is step free access via ramps to both platforms. Interchange via a stepped subway, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Accessible ticket machines note: All South Western Railway ticket machines are able to sell tickets with Disabled Persons Railcard discounts. All machines are accessible, however the station may not be so please check the station access note for further details, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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